Alix Earle just released a formal apology after screenshots began circulating on social media that show the TikTok star’s old ASKfm account using racial slurs, particularly targeting Black individuals and people of color. Keep reading for a breakdown into the controversy.
What Did Alix Earle’s Old Posts Say?
The ASKfm posts in question, which date back to 2014, depict Alix using the N-word in response to anonymous questions from her peers.
Evidence of these posts first appeared on Reddit in 2022 on a subreddit called r/Alixearlesnark. The resurfacing of these posts has generated significant criticism and raised questions about Alix’s political views and ethics, leading to discontent among some fans.
One user on X expressed their concern, stating, “Please tell me Alix Earle did not say the n word.” Others on the platform have reacted with less surprise. Another X user commented, “Damn, I was an Alix Earle fan too but I saw the proof I needed smh.”
Has Alix Earle Responded? Inside Her Apology
On Monday, August 26, Alix confirmed the screenshots were real and apologized for her ignorance as a teen.
“A couple of weeks ago, screenshots surfaced from my old ask.fm account showing me using a slur in the summer of 2014,” she wrote via Instagram story. “I am taking accountability and want to make it clear that I was 13 years old and did not understand the deeply offensive meaning behind that word.”
She continued, “That is no excuse for using that word in any context or at any age. That absolutely is not the way I speak or what I stand for. I am deeply sorry that my words have hurt many and have led people to believe that I have any prejudice in my heart. I promise you that could not be further from the truth.”
For the full apology, see below:
ICYMI, Alix is a 23-year-old University of Miami graduate, and has rapidly become a standout creator on TikTok, amassing over 7.1 million followers. Rising to prominence in 2022, Alix sparked popularity with her “Get Ready With Me” (GRWM) videos and vlogs, quickly expanding her influence across multiple social media platforms.
Her signature GRWM videos showcase her latest product picks and offer an intimate glimpse into her personal life, from discussing her breast augmentation decision to sharing her experiences with sorority recruitment.
In August 2023, Alix inked a deal with “Call Her Daddy” podcast host Alex Cooper‘s new venture, The Unwell Network, launching her own podcast called “Hot Mess” in September that same year.
In addition to her popular online presence, Alix is romantically linked with Miami Dolphins wide receiver Braxton Berrios, a relationship she confirmed in November 2023.
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